Every once in a while, a senior session feels like stepping straight into a storybook… and Mattea absolutely brought that energy. I swear she sprinkled a little bit of fairy dust everywhere she went — the magic at this session? Off the charts. We wandered through Antioch Park in Kansas City, soaking in the changing […]

Some seniors just get the assignment… and Atticus was absolutely one of them. I’m so thankful that family connections brought him to MGP as one of our seniors this year — truly one of the best parts of being a Des Moines senior photographer is getting to meet amazing families through other amazing families. And […]

There are some places I’ll never get tired of shooting at… and Prairiefire is absolutely one of them. The mix of modern architecture, tall grasses, wildflowers, and that golden Kansas City light delivers every single time. And when you pair a location like that with a senior as stunning and sweet as Aleezay? You get […]

Senior year is such a special chapter, and capturing it in a way that truly reflects each senior’s personality is what I live for. Ryen’s session at Jester Hill Flower Farm near Des Moines was the perfect example of that — and WOW, she absolutely radiated. Even in the summer heat, Ryen delivered look after […]

I am so grateful I got to work with Elizabeth for her senior session! From start to finish, this session was a perfect mix of personality, color, and Kansas City vibes. Elizabeth’s love for pink and her passion for music made planning her session such a joy. We started at Loose Park, taking advantage of […]

Cameron’s senior session had everything I love about photographing high school seniors — personality, variety, and a whole lot of heart. We kicked things off on his family’s property just outside Des Moines, which was the perfect backdrop for classic portraits with a personal twist. I always say the best locations are the ones that […]

A classic, natural, joy-filled senior experience in Kansas City Every once in a while, a senior session just feels effortless — the kind where everything clicks, the energy is sweet, and the photos practically make themselves. Estella’s session was exactly that. From the moment she arrived, she brought the kind of calm confidence and genuine […]

A Kansas City Senior Session Built Around Personal Style Every once in a while, a senior session comes along that just feels like the heartbeat of MGP — and Ayla’s All Inclusive experience was exactly that. Her vision, her style, her personality… everything aligned to create the kind of magic I dream about photographing as […]

For over two decades, I’ve had the honor of photographing seniors stepping into their future, families growing through every season, and business owners building bold brands. My sessions are fun and my work is professional and timeless. Let’s work together!

Guide to planning your senior session

Maggie works closely with each family to plan a session that feels personal, intentional, and true to your senior.

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